Search in Gmail

How to search

In the search box at the top of the page, write what you're looking for.

Press Enter.

I can't find a message

If you can't find a message you're looking for, try these tips:

Inside the search box, click the Down arrow . This opens up a page with more ways to filter your search results.

If you're searching by a label name, try searching by subject line, sender, or other keyword.Note: It's possible that the label was only added to one message in the conversation, not the message you're looking for.

I see suggestions when I search

To help you search faster, Gmail suggests search terms as you type. These search terms are based on information from your Gmail account, like messages, contacts, labels, or past searches.

How searches are saved

To improve search suggestions, your Gmail searches and browsing activity are saved in your Google Account if the Web and App Activity setting is turned on. To see and control your saved activity, visit My Activity.